Netflix added the action-thriller movie “Renegades” on February 1, and it didn’t waste time climbing the top 10. At the time of writing, it’s sitting in the No. 2 spot, just behind the streamer’s latest blockbuster flick “Back in Action.”
On paper, it’s easy to see why “Renegades” is suddenly trending on the streaming service: an intriguing premise involving Navy SEALs, a hidden treasure, and explosive set pieces should make for a thrilling watch. Plus, with Luc Besson (of “Taken” and “The Fifth Element” fame) attached as a co-writer, you’d expect something at least entertaining.
The problem is… critics and audiences weren’t exactly thrilled when it first hit theaters back in 2017. In fact, “Renegades” holds some seriously rough reviews, with many calling it “aggressively dumb” and “messy.” And that’s not even mentioning its rocky road to release.
Filmed in 2015, “Renegades” faced multiple
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